Fireworks

2023 - 11 - 2

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John MacDonald: The muppets have spoiled the fireworks party (Newstalk ZB)

A year ago tonight, it was pandemonium up Pegasus way after fireworks caused a massive fire. People had to evacuate. I remember talking with someone who.

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SunLive - Speedway to host Super Bowl & fireworks display - The ... (SunLive)

Defending champion Craig Cardwell in action. Supplied photo. High-horsepower Super Saloons make their season debut in Tauranga this weekend. The much-loved four ...

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New weapon in the fight against illegal fireworks has officials optimistic (KHON2)

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Some Oahu residents are growing frustrated with illegal fireworks going off in their neighborhood and are dreading that it will get worse ...

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What's on in Manawatū this weekend and beyond (Stuff.co.nz)

A bright weekend is expected, with Diwali celebrations commencing in Feilding and a massive fireworks display in Palmerston North.

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Port of Long Beach bows out of sponsorships for events using ... (Long Beach Press Telegram)

The Long Beach harbor commission this week decided against providing sponsorships or advertising funds for firework displays beginning in 2025.

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Guy Fawkes 2023: What you need to know (Stuff.co.nz)

Guy Fawkes is on November 5 every year, the date of the foiled Gunpowder Plot of 1605 in which Guy Fawkes and others attempted to blow up the UK Parliament and ...

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Owner issues firework warning after death of horse (BBC News)

Liberty Starkie, 18, said her horse Jade had to be put down after injuring its back legs when it was scared by fireworks nearby. Ms Starkie said fireworks were ...

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Morning Focus Listener Highlights The Dangers Of Fireworks - Clare ... (Clare FM)

On yesterday's show, we were joined by Chlíonadh Sheedy. Chlíonadh told us how Halloween fireworks led to the death of her beloved dog Bear recently.

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Guy Fawkes 2023: New poll finds most Kiwis want backyard ... (New Zealand Herald)

A new poll shows the majority of New Zealanders want recreational fireworks banned, while Auckland Zoo is asking its neighbours to not let off fireworks ...

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How to enjoy fireworks safely this Guy Fawkes (1 News)

The rules around fireworks have been tightened up in recent years, so here's what you need to know.

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SPCA plea to forgo fireworks, for pets' sake (Wairarapa Times Age)

The SPCA is calling for the public to take a stand for animal welfare by not purchasing or setting off fireworks as this Sunday's Guy Fawkes celebrations ...

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Bonfire Night: Asthma sufferers warned about fireworks (Oxford Mail)

Firework displays can cause asthma sufferers to experience symptoms as the smoke pollutes the air, making it difficult to breathe.

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Guy Fawkes 2023: Check conditions and make plan before using ... (New Zealand Herald)

The fire service is warning people to think carefully before using fireworks this weekend as warm and dry conditions can create dangerous tinder box for...

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Guernsey Airport asks people to register fireworks events (BBC News)

The airport asks for displays taking place within three nautical miles of it to complete a form.

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Trading Standards to carry out undercover firework test purchases (Glasgow Times)

A firework test purchase scheme has been launched by Trading Standards across South Lanarkshire for the next two weeks.

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'Sound from fireworks at least 7 times louder for animals' - SABC ... (SABC News)

The Cape of Good Hope SPCA has called for a quiet Guy Fawkes night to protect pets and wildlife. Guy Fawkes Day is celebrated on November 5.

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Most Kiwis want backyard fireworks banned - survey (Otago Daily Times)

A new poll shows the majority of New Zealanders want recreational fireworks banned, while Auckland Zoo is asking its neighbours to not let off fireworks ...

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Has firework night fizzled out? 78% of UK public want fireworks ... (London Loves Business)

Analysis by finance experts, RIFT, has revealed that just 14% of us plan to attend a public firework display this year and with the average cost coming in ...

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